Iraq interested in friendly with Iran

Tasnim – TEHRAN, Iraqi national football team has reportedly shown interest in playing a friendly match with Iran.

Iraq head coach Radhi Shenaishil is going to prepare his team for two crucial matches against Australia and Saudi Arabia scheduled for March 23 and 28 respectively in Group B of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualification.

Carlos Queiroz’s men will have to play Qatar and China on March 23 and 28 respectively in the qualification.

The Iraqi federation wants to arrange a friendly match with Team Melli on March 18.

Iran national football team is supposed to play a warm-up match with Morocco at the Al Ain Stadium in Dubai on January 6.